Intense gales hitting velocities of up to 155km/h (96mph) have left around 90,000 properties without power and led officials to cancel in excess of 100 flights, as reported by domestic outlets.
These gusts are impacting the whole southern region and lower areas of the North Island, per the weather forecasting body.
The nation's agencies have released uncommon red wind warnings - the most severe warning - in central regions encompassing Canterbury and Wellington.
People have been encouraged to avoid going outside, refrain from journeys, and make arrangements for additional power and communication outages.
Extensive Impact and Emergency Response
The electricity loss is primarily influencing homes mostly in the southern region, though authorities report that the electricity supply was being restored progressively.
Local media have stated that in some places roofs have been ripped off houses, whereas utility poles and vegetation have been toppled by the winds.
Across Wellington, a person was lost his life after being impacted by a wooden fragment at a frequent walking route on Tuesday.
Also in the capital, a woman was swept into oncoming traffic on a street by a intensive burst, in a event that was recorded in a popular vehicle recording.
Aircraft services to and from the metropolis have been halted as a result of the gusts, whereas certain highways and community centers are not operating.
Meanwhile authorities in Canterbury have announced a emergency situation, to support recovery activities.
Labor Protests Amid Severe Weather
The powerful gales on today come as tens of thousands of educators, medical professionals and government employees are participating in what has been described as a "significant labor action", demanding better pay and working conditions.
However the extreme weather has compelled them to change certain arrangements, with some outdoor rallies shifted to interior venues or cancelled.
Like conditions are affecting the neighboring country, bringing a high-temperature event to the country's outback.
Authorities have announced flame prohibitions for concern about bushfires.
